Those links have persisted and, as his agent revealed today, his future remains in the balance and is up to him to decide upon, ahead of reported talks set to be held with Palermo.

“From my point of view, any negotiations can be concluded quickly, but there are still some things that must be resolved by both parties before resolving any agreement,” Francesco Caliandro told Palermo24.net.

“Whatever we do, we will do so in the interest of the player. Fabrizio is still thinking about a move to Dubai.”